PENALIZATIONS Antonyms
Best Opposite Words For PENALIZATIONS
| Word | Save | Syns.. | Usage | Type | ||
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| absolution | nounn | |||||
noun • the condition of being formally forgiven by a priest in the sacrament of penance • the act of absolving or remitting; formal redemption as pronounced by a priest in the sacrament of penance | ||||||
| amnesty | nounn | |||||
noun • a period during which offenders are exempt from punishment • a warrant granting release from punishment for an offense • the formal act of liberating someone verb • grant a pardon to (a group of people) | ||||||
| commendation | nounn | |||||
noun • an official award (as for bravery or service) usually given as formal public statement • a message expressing a favorable opinion | ||||||
| exoneration | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • the condition of being relieved from blame or obligation • the act of vindicating or defending against criticism or censure etc. | ||||||
| forgiveness | nounn | |||||
noun • compassionate feelings that support a willingness to forgive • the act of excusing a mistake or offense | ||||||
| honor | nounn | |||||
noun • a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction • the state of being honored • the quality of being honorable and having a good name • a woman's virtue or chastity verb • bestow honor or rewards upon • show respect towards • accept as pay | ||||||
| mercy | nounn | |||||
noun • leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice • a disposition to be kind and forgiving • the feeling that motivates compassion • something for which to be thankful • alleviation of distress; showing great kindness toward the distressed | ||||||
| praise | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • an expression of approval and commendation • offering words of homage as an act of worship verb • express approval of | ||||||
| recognition | nounn | |||||
noun • the state or quality of being recognized or acknowledged • the process of recognizing something or someone by remembering • approval • coming to understand something clearly and distinctly • (biology) the ability of one molecule to attach to another molecule that has a complementary shape • the explicit and formal acknowledgement of a government or of the national independence of a country • an acceptance (as of a claim) as true and valid • designation by the chair granting a person the right to speak in a deliberative body | ||||||
| rewards | verb, nounv, n | |||||
noun • a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing • payment made in return for a service rendered • an act performed to strengthen approved behavior • the offer of money for helping to find a criminal or for returning lost property • benefit resulting from some event or action verb • bestow honor or rewards upon • strengthen and support with rewards • act or give recompense in recognition of someone's behavior or actions | ||||||